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Mark Thompson to Remain at CNN Following Skydance’s Warner Buy

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What happened

Mark Thompson said Monday that he would remain in charge of CNN following the purchase of the new giant’s parent, Warner Bros.

Discovery, by Skydance, a move that may serve to reassure many of the outlet’s staffers.

Key facts

  • Reported by Variety and published Mon, 05 Oct 2026 13:08:32 UTC.

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